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http://www.hybridcars.com/2014-nv200-price-released/#commentsMon, 03 Mar 2014 05:00:42 +0000http://www.hybridcars.com/?p=127969Nissan revealed U.S. pricing for its compact van, the 2014 Nissan NV200. Introduced in spring 2013, the NV200 combines the benefits of a small exterior footprint and a large cargo bay. Nissan said the NV200 has been embraced by fleet and small business owners for its low projected total cost of ownership combined with maximum […]

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http://www.hybridcars.com/2015-city-express-shown-in-chicago/#commentsFri, 07 Feb 2014 05:05:29 +0000http://www.hybridcars.com/?p=120113Yesterday Chevrolet revealed its Nissan NV200-based new small van, the 2015 City Express, at the Chicago Auto Show. Chevrolet said the new City Express matches maneuverability and cargo-hauling flexibility with efficiency, giving urban business owners and fleet managers value-driven capability with low operating costs. The City Express will go on sale this fall, offering 122.7 […]

]]>Yesterday Chevrolet revealed its Nissan NV200-based new small van, the 2015 City Express, at the Chicago Auto Show.

Chevrolet said the new City Express matches maneuverability and cargo-hauling flexibility with efficiency, giving urban business owners and fleet managers value-driven capability with low operating costs.

The City Express will go on sale this fall, offering 122.7 cubic feet (3,474 liters) of customizable cargo space, a tight turning diameter of 36.7 feet (11.2 m) and an estimated payload capacity of 1,500 pounds. The 4’6” of space from side wall to side wall allows a standard 40” x 48” pallet to fit flat on the floor. 6’10” of room from the rear doors to the back of the front seats as well as flat rear wheel houses complete the cargo area.

Chevrolet added the City Express also will deliver greater efficiency than full-size vans due to its smaller size and a 2.0L inline-four-cylinder engine with continuously variable valve timing matched to a continuously variable transmission.

“As the newest member of the Chevrolet Express family of vans, the 2015 City Express offers a smaller, more efficient choice for businesses that don’t need the cargo volume or other capabilities of a full-size van,” said Ed Peper, U.S. vice president, GM Fleet and Commercial. “It is an easy-to-maneuver van that makes the most of its compact dimensions with clever features, allowing business owners to maximize its space – and their resources – with a vehicle sized for their needs.”

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http://www.hybridcars.com/new-transit-connect-includes-taxi-version/#commentsTue, 24 Sep 2013 04:02:51 +0000http://www.hybridcars.com/?p=74969Commercial minivans are going after the taxi vehicle market; following Nissan’s NV200 in NY, Ford is introducing a new version of its Transit. Ford introduced the all-new 2014 Transit Connect Taxi by explaining it provides best-in-class performance, low operating costs, and improved comfort and flexibility for the North American taxi market. The redesigned Ford Transit […]

]]>Commercial minivans are going after the taxi vehicle market; following Nissan’s NV200 in NY, Ford is introducing a new version of its Transit.

Ford introduced the all-new 2014 Transit Connect Taxi by explaining it provides best-in-class performance, low operating costs, and improved comfort and flexibility for the North American taxi market.

The redesigned Ford Transit Connect Taxi was unveiled September 23 at the 2013 International Association of Transportation Regulators Conference in St. Louis.

Ford said it has been engineered to Ford’s light-truck commercial durability standards.

“We’re leveraging our longtime leadership and expertise in the North American taxi market to ensure Transit Connect Taxi exceeds the expectations of taxi operators and their passengers,” said Tim Stoehr, commercial truck marketing manager for Ford. “Transit Connect Taxi has been popular in major metropolitan cities since it debuted in 2010, and it has only gotten better.”

The 2014 Ford Transit Connect Taxi comes with a new powertrain – a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a new six-speed automatic transmission – providing drivers, according to Ford, with quick response as well as durability, low-rpm cruising and an expected best-in-class highway fuel economy rating.

The redesign of Ford Transit Connect Taxi features a decreased vehicle height, providing improved clearance for taxicab companies to place advertising on the cabin roof. An interior hood release was added, giving drivers easy access to check fluid levels prior to starting a shift.

The second-generation Transit Connect Taxi is also longer, offering seating for five and increased cargo capacity. Ford explained the flexible interior is perfectly suited for livery service and conversion to CNG and LPG. The vehicle’s cargo space accommodates a compressed gas tank, while leaving ample room for luggage and passenger headroom and legroom. It features an anticipated best-in-class 60.5 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the second row.

The vehicle’s floor has been lowered for improved access to the cabin, and can be modified to be wheelchair-accessible through Ford’s Qualified Vehicle Modifier program.

Per Ford, technology for the driver also has been upgraded, with useful options like rear view camera, 6.5-inch touch-screen display with navigation, and SYNC with MyFord Touch – Ford’s acclaimed voice-activated mobile communications system.

“The new Transit Connect Taxi has been designed with the for-hire transportation driver and their passengers in mind, creating a product that combines stylish looks and improved comfort with legendary Built Ford Tough quality,” said Gerald Koss, fleet marketing manager for Ford.

Ford began offering the Transit Connect as a Taxi with the 2011 model year.

“Transit Connect was originally selected from Ford’s global portfolio of high-quality products to bring the advantages of alternative fuel as well as an outstanding interior package to the for-hire transportation industry,” Stoehr said.

The 2014 Ford Transit Connect Taxi will go into production and arrive in dealerships by early next year.

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http://www.hybridcars.com/nissans-nv-becomes-chevys-city-express/#commentsWed, 15 May 2013 05:17:04 +0000http://www.hybridcars.com/?p=58625Chevrolet announced May 14 that it is entering the small cargo van segment with the City Express to meet the demands of customers in an emerging commercial vehicle segment. GM will procure the vehicle from Nissan and distribute it through the Chevrolet dealer network. The 2015 City Express, based on the Nissan NV200, is Chevrolet’s […]

]]>Chevrolet announced May 14 that it is entering the small cargo van segment with the City Express to meet the demands of customers in an emerging commercial vehicle segment.

GM will procure the vehicle from Nissan and distribute it through the Chevrolet dealer network.

The 2015 City Express, based on the Nissan NV200, is Chevrolet’s first entry into the small van segment in the U.S. and Canada.

It will join the full-size Express van as part of the Chevrolet lineup in the fall of 2014.

Nissan currently sells a version of the vehicle as the NV200 in numerous markets globally, including the United States and Canada.

An electric version of the NV200 is available, but no word yet as to the inclusion of an electric version of the City Express under this agreement.

“Our fleet customers have asked us for a small cargo van, so this addition to the Chevrolet portfolio will strengthen our position as the partner of choice for all of our customers,” said Ed Peper, U.S. vice president of GM Fleet and Commercial Sales. “It’s quite common in many parts of the world to leverage available manufacturing resources to bring transportation solutions to market for our customer’s benefit. It’s just smart business!”

Chevrolet said its entry into this segment will allow business customers to purchase all of their vehicles from one manufacturer, and service them through the largest dealer network offering even more convenience for their business.

Designed for small businesses to large fleets looking for a small, fuel-efficient, cargo carrying vehicle, the City Express will be available in LS and LT trim levels.

Contrary to the NV200, which is also available as a passenger version, the City Express will be – for now – solely a cargo vehicle.

The City Express is powered by a 2.0 liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine rated at 131 horsepower and 139 pound-feet of torque. The engine is preliminarily matched with a CVT transmission.